Karel Drastich

Karel Drastich serves as the Head of Corporate Development at Associated British Ports since January 2022. Previously, Karel held key roles including Group Director of Strategy and Corporate Development at V.Group, Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development at CRH, and Senior Director of Investment Strategy and M&A at APM Terminals. Karel's earlier career includes significant positions at Alcan Composites USA, Rio Tinto Alcan, and Vitkovice, where Karel focused on strategic planning and business development. Karel's educational background includes an MBA from INSEAD, diplomas in Chinese Studies from Palacký University in Olomouc and Beijing Language and Culture University, and a BA in Tourism & Hospitality Management from the University of Ostrava.